Community San Luis Obispo

Named the "happiest city in America," San Luis Obispo is your hub for bustling farmers' markets, craft breweries, local wineries, and award-winning eateries.

San Luis Obispo is home to the world-famous Thursday Night Farmers’ Market, Cal Poly University, Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa, and Bubblegum Alley. SLO, as the locals call it, is anchored by a charming downtown filled with boutiques, cafes, restaurants and entertainment.

San Luis Obispo California Sculpture SLAM 2017

OVERVIEW // “When I walk around a sculpture, I love to be surprised by what I see on the other side,” says Brigitte Micmacker, juror for this year’s SLAM, a biennial exhibition of contemporary sculpture by California artists, opening on September 1 at the San Luis Obispo Mu... Read More

San Luis Obispo Opal Gemstone Exhibit Most Diverse in the World

The most diverse public exhibit of opals in the world. 50+ varieties and over 150 opals with some being 100 carats. Opals from locations like Brazil, Canada, Oregon, Louisiana, Arizona, California and more. The exhibit features jewelry created by Austin Moore owner of Earth Art... Read More

San Luis Obispo Thursday Painters: A Legacy

One of the best things that artists can do to advance their ability is to meet other artists, to talk to them, and to watch them work. This has been as true in San Luis Obispo County as it has been in art colonies from Cape Cod to Carmel—places where artists began to congregate... Read More

San Luis Obispo Donald Frith: Teapots

It is important to look at Donald Frith’s teapots with a careful eye, and enjoy the combination of the technical expertise he uses in porcelain, precious woods, and acrylics to create a small teapot. Then, go back and look again. And remember, they are not only incredible works... Read More

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Quick Facts

- More than 20 wineries and 15 breweries - 35+ lodging properties - Acres of open space surround SLO, including more than a dozen trails for hikers & bikers - Located in the center of SLO County, 10 minutes from the beach